White Bear Lake Yoga Instructor Meditating - Meet Tara, the Founder of The Mindfulness Movement, specializing in yoga and mindfulness for kids, adults, and families. Discover more about my journey and passion on my about me page.
Meet Tara, the passionate founder of The Mindfulness Movement. Dedicated through promoting wellness through mindfulness and movement. With a focus on holistic health and personal growth she partners with her community to create unique experiences.

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Tara is a passionate yoga and mindfulness educator committed to making whole-body health and education accessible to everyone. She currently teaches Yoga & Mindfulness Education full-time to students, coaches student athletes in mindfulness practices, and offers yoga classes for adults and families. Additionally, Tara organizes community wellness experiences for local neighborhoods, fostering a sense of connection and well-being.

With extensive experience in stress, trauma, and mental health, Tara’s background includes a degree in Child Psychology and a career in the Child Life Department Children's MN, where she worked with patients recovering from eating disorders, facilitated therapeutic play for hospitalized patients and their families, organized community wellness events, and led Living with Grief Support Groups. Tara maintains a certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention. 

With over 5,000 classes taught, a background in professional dance, Pilates, martial arts, and yoga instruction, and three years of full-time experience as a Yoga and Mindfulness Educator in schools, Tara has worked with students of all developmental stages. Her expertise ensures the highest quality yoga and mindfulness education for your student, family, or self.

Tara is committed to promoting the importance of mindfulness for health and well-being through her teachings in yoga, yoga sculpt, dance, pilates, music, creative arts, and more. She holds a Physical Education License, a Group Fitness Instructor License, and other relevant certifications. Tara's multifaceted expertise and dedication make her a valuable advocate for holistic health and mindfulness.

Meddy Teddy showcasing meditation in easy pose. Props help students develop the mind-body connection.

Intentional lesson planning aligns with nature, changes in seasons, and growth and development for all ages.

Testimonials

“Great Yoga Class!!! Tara did a great job! We did a mix of stretching and sculpt. The class was relaxing yet I still got a good burn. Tara is a great instructor, she gave a variety of different moves for every skill set! I definitely will attend again!”

Natelie Rose Buche

“Tara is such an amazing yoga instructor. She hosted a beachfront yoga class for a Bachelorette Vacation I was a part of! It was the perfect amount of slow flow and sculpt. Reminding me of how good it felt to do yoga and even better on the beach. She always brings great energy to all her classes and encouraging everyone with great passion. Would highly recommend attending her class or even having her be a part of your next girls weekend!”

Tasha Vo

“Tara hosted a beachfront yoga class for the Bachelorette trip I attended and it was my favorite part of the weekend! She was so encouraging, provided modifications and brought such a grounding energy to the class. Would highly recommend attending her class or even having her be a part of your next girls weekend!”

Jordan Stumph